Would a seasonal job that allows you to help families living on low incomes pay their heating bills align with your skills and interests? The Department of Human Services, York County Assistance Office (CAO) is looking for Clerical Assistant 2 s to perform clerical functions related to the Low-Income Heating Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) administered by the CAO. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity in public service and want to make a difference in the lives of those who live in y... more details
THE POSITION
Would a seasonal job that allows you to help families living on low incomes pay their heating bills align with your skills and interests? The Department of Human Services, York County Assistance Office (CAO) is looking for Clerical Assistant 2s to perform clerical functions related to the Low-Income Heating Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) administered by the CAO. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity in public service and want to make a difference in the lives of those who live in your community, then this Clerical Assistant 2 position is for you. Join us and help to ensure your neighbors are warm this coming winter!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This is a limited term wage Clerical Assistant position assigned to LIHEAP. You perform a wide range of clerical duties, which will enhance staff members’ ability to provide quality services to the citizens of Pennsylvania. You also engage in a variety of clerical and general office duties by following office procedures and using relevant systems.
Clerical Assistant 2s interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner both in person and via telephone. You utilize basic computer skills to perform various office functions including data entry, customer service, scanning, imaging, filing, answering phones, and processing mail and voice mail. Job duties are carried out under the general supervision of a Clerical Supervisor.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time, seasonal employment, 37.5-hour work week
Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
Seasonal employment generally lasts from October through April but may change based on operational needs.
The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, contractual pay increases, paid holidays and leave entitlements, opportunity for advancement and shift selection in addition to a great work environment.
WORK CONDITIONS: Assigned duties are performed in a controlled office environment. In counties with District Offices, employees may be reassigned to different work sites due to operational needs. Reassignments will be made in compliance with contract language.
Travel and overtime as needed.
Salary:In some cases, the starting hourly wage may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Six months as a Clerical Assistant 1 (commonwealth title);or
Graduation from high school; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within York County. If no eligible candidates who live within York County apply for this position candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement:
A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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